SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZFEFZ
CRESCHZFEFZ belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service) in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CRESCHZFEFZ |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CRESCHZF |
| Branch code | EFZ |
| Bank | Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service) |
| Branch | Efz Service |
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service) SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CRES Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- ZF Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- EFZ Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
Which bank is behind BIC CRESCHZFEFZ?
The code CRESCHZFEFZ belongs to Efz Service, a branch or department of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service) in Zurich, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter CRESCHZFEFZ incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CRESCHZFEFZ with the recipient before sending.
Can I use CRESCHZF instead of CRESCHZFEFZ?
CRESCHZF is the head office of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service), while CRESCHZFEFZ is Efz Service. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use CRESCHZFEFZ if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service)?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of CRESCHZFEFZ stand for?
CRES is the institution code of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service), CH stands for Switzerland, ZF is the code for the city or region and EFZ identifies the department Efz Service.
Has Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service) got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 58 SWIFT/BIC codes for Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service) in Switzerland, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.